E60: Mindful Eating and Yoga: Nourishing Body and Mind with Jessica Spackman RDN, RYT

Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week I am joined by Jessica Spackman to discuss about somatic healing, the detrimental effects of diet culture, and the importance of listening to one's body. Jessica is a Registered Dietitian and Yoga teacher specializing in Holistic Wellness and Somatic Nutrition Counseling. Virtually serving clients worldwide, she crafts personalized programs that foster improved relationships with food, alleviate anxiety around eating, and enhance overall medical outcomes. Jessica's expertise lies in guiding individuals to cultivate positive connections with food and their bodies, encouraging an intuitive approach to health decisions. She addresses nervous system dysregulation, emphasizing its impact on overall well-being. With a focus on eating disorders, mental health, food allergies/intolerances, and chronic health conditions, Jessica offers a holistic perspective that intertwines somatic healing and nutrition. Her approach provides a transformative path to lasting well-being, creating a harmonious balance between mind, body, and nourishment.00:00 Introduction and Guest Background00:54 Virtual Private Practice Overview01:22 Somatic Healing and the Gut-Brain Connection03:25 Incorporating Yoga and Mindfulness04:05 Personal Journey to Nutrition and Mental Health 06:47 Challenges of Dieting and Food Restriction10:21 Approach to Food Allergies and Intolerances11:32 Benefits of Yoga for Holistic Wellness13:09 Navigating Misconceptions in Nutrition14:06 Closing Remarks and Contact InformationConnect with JessicaEmail: [email protected]: 727-314-5292 Instagram:  @the.yogi.nutritionistConnect with Dr. RellerMy linktree: linktr.ee/kerryrellermdPodcast website: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprout.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClearwaterFamilyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearwaterfamilymedicine/Clearwater Family Medicine and Allergy Website: https://sites.google.com/view/clearwaterallergy/homeSubscribe to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Amazon music, iheartradio, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Pandora.